2017 Ford Expedition SUV

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Reviews

Driving Impression

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With the 3.5-liter twin-turbo V6, you’ll never miss the virtues of the trusty old 5.7-liter V8. It’s also used in the F-150 truck and other Fords. It makes 365 horsepower and growls. The power isn’t explosive, but this tall and heavy SUV is truly quick.

The chassis is aged, but the Expedition with active suspension handles better than most of its rivals. The electric power steering is quick and sharp. The yacht is easy to drive because the steering is also light and precise.

We haven’t driven a 2017 Expedition with the standard suspension, although older models did a good job absorbing bumps with none of the hopping that often comes with solid axles.

The active suspension has normal, comfort and sport modes. The ride is composed. The continuously adjusting dampers filter the bumps and provide a ride that’s almost luxury.

The Expedition’s stability control is programmed to limit instability while towing, by applying the brakes and reducing the power when sensors detect trailer sway.

Walk Around

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The Expedition’s square-ish profile hasn’t changed much in 15 years, but its edges and details have kept pace with modernization, to soften it. It has a bluff grille with big chrome bars, and a thick chrome strip across the back that visually lowers it.

Interior Overview

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The Sync 3 infotainment system, now in its third year, is frustrating, but not so much as the previous version was in 2014, if that’s any consolation. However it still looks like it came from 2014, if not earlier, as its 8.0-inch screen is plunked right in the top center of the dash. Two 4.2-inch color screens flank the gauges behind the steering wheel.

A clean centerstack brings some cohesion to the rest of the instrumentation. The wood and metallic trim give it a look of quality. There’s still a lot of black plastic on the dash and door panels, but the fit is generally good.

The seats are wide and well cushioned, and the seating position works for smaller drivers, thanks to power adjustable pedals, telescopic steering wheel, and a high driving position.

Leg and knee room is good in the second row, and the third row can hold grownups for short trips, although access isn’t graceful or even easy. It can be power folded on some models, and a power liftgate is also available, so the cargo-loading potential is vast. Especially with the EL, having 20 cubic feet behind the third row, and a total of 130.8 cubic feet behind the first row. That’s a lot of cargo. Even the regular-wheelbase Expedition has 108 cubic feet.

Visibility is a solid step ahead of the big Cadillac Escalade or GMC Yukon, with window glass that is tall and unobstructed by pillars or headrests.

Summary

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The Expedition is a bit better than its GM rivals. The 3.5-liter twin-turbo V6 has awesome torque and acceleration, and will make you forget the V8. The six-speed automatic is smooth. The cargo capacity, especially with the longer EL, is vast. The seat and pedals adjust to make shorter drivers comfortable. The third row works for adults on short trips. Expect 18 mpg if you’re lucky.

Sam Moses contributed to this report.

Model Lineup

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Ford Expedition comes in XLT, Limited, King Ranch, and Platinum. A stripped-down base model can be ordered from the dealer.

Expedition King Ranch ($59,940) gets things like leather that feels and smells like a baseball glove, and like that glove it shows its scuffs and requires maintenance. Also a power liftgate, remote start, and 20-inch wheels. Options include 22-inch wheels; load-leveling rear suspension; sunroof; power running boards; and second-row bucket seats.